Daines Pushes for the Completion of the Continental Divide Trail
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today at a Senate Energy and Natural Resources hearing called for passage of his bipartisan bill to complete the Continental Divide Trail that runs through Montana. Click HERE to watch and HERE to download. “At today’s hearing, we also have the opportunity to hear testimony on my bipartisan bill, Senate Bill 594, the Continental Divide Trail Completion Act. This bill requires the Secretaries of the Interior and Ag to prioritize completion of the trail before 2028, the 50th anniversary of the trail’s designation. The Continental Divide Trail spans over 3000 miles from the northern border of Montana to the southern border of New
Daines Statement on Hunter Biden Plea Deal
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today issued the following statement after it was announced that federal prosecutors reached a plea deal with Hunter Biden: “President Biden’s DOJ reaching a sweetheart deal with the President’s son while prosecuting the President’s chief political opponent shows two systems of justice exist in America. The American people know that this does not meet our nation’s standard of equal justice under the law. Congress must exercise maximum oversight and subpoena all materials on every aspect of Hunter Biden’s business deals.”
Daines Introduces Bill to Protect Rural Montanans’ Access to Health Care
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines introduced a bill to permanently protect Montanans’ access to telehealth services. These services were used extensively during the pandemic and many Americans, especially those in rural areas of Montana, still depend on them to access care. “In rural states like Montana, many folks live great distances from their nearest health care provider—a trip to a hospital or doctor’s office is not only highly inconvenient, but can also be very dangerous in emergencies or severe weather. Telehealth helps Montanans in every corner of our state. Many Montanans and rural health care providers have come to rely on expanded telehealth services to ensure access to the care folks need.
Daines Helps Introduce Bill to Support Mission at Malmstrom, Promote U.S. Nuclear Deterrence
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines joined his colleagues in introducing a bill to strengthen and solidify the Sentinel program at Malmstrom Air Force Base in Great Falls, which is vital to U.S. nuclear deterrence. The bill would provide multiyear procurement authority for LGM-35A Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missiles, help to stabilize key supply chains and increase program efficiency. “This legislation is a win for Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana’s airmen and our national security. With the upcoming retirement of the Minuteman III and a new generation of GBSD it’s important to ensure the Sentinel program has sufficient authorities for proper and timely
Daines, Tester Introduce Bill to Resolve Ft. Belknap Water Settlement
With Support of Governor Gianforte and Entire Montana Congressional Delegation, Bill Would Complete Final Indian Water Rights Settlement in Montana U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Jon Tester, with the support of the Montana delegation and Governor Greg Gianforte, today introduced a historic bill to finalize the Fort Belknap Indian Community (FBIC) Water Settlement in the United States Senate. “After years of effort and good faith negotiation, it’s time to pass our bipartisan bill to resolve Montana’s final Indian water rights settlement,” Daines said. “I am grateful to Montana Tribes and communities, our farmers and ranchers, local leaders and diverse water users in the region for their input
Daines Reintroduces Constitutional Amendment to Prohibit Burning the American Flag
We must always protect the sanctity of the American flag U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today is continuing his fight to prohibit the physical desecration of the American flag. June 14 is Flag Day, and Daines honored this commemoration by reintroducing a constitutional amendment to criminalize burning the American flag. “When we woke up today, we woke up in the greatest country on earth,” Daines said. “The American flag represents a beacon of hope and freedom. This freedom was built on the sacrifices of the brave men and women who carried its colors into battle to defend the United States of America. We must always protect
Daines Introduces Bill to Help Montanans Make Educated Decisions When Taking Out Student Loans
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today introduced a bill to help inform Montana students and their families on major financial decisions during the student loan decision-making process. “Montana students should have access to all the information they need in order to make a smart decision about their student loans. My bill helps improve the loan process so students have clear information about the duration of their loan, their expected monthly payment, their expected income after graduation and other important details. While President Biden wants to force Montanans to pay off loans they didn’t take out, I’m focused on addressing real problems—like making sure
Daines, Peters Bipartisan Resolution to Designate June 2023 “Great Outdoors Month” Passes U.S. Senate
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-Mont.), top Republican on the Senate National Parks Subcommittee, and Gary Peters’ (D-Mich.) bipartisan resolution designating June 2023 as “Great Outdoors Month” passed the United States Senate. “As a fifth-generation Montanan and avid sportsman, spending time in Montana national parks and public lands is just part of our way of life and we want to share that with the rest of the country,” said Daines.“I’m glad to designate June 2023 as ‘Great Outdoors Month’ to encourage folks to get out and explore everything the Treasure State has to offer.” “Whether you’re traveling to watch the sun
What They Are Saying: Industry and Community Leaders Endorse Daines’ Bipartisan Hydropower Bill
U.S. SENATE – Since introducing the bipartisan “Community and Hydropower Improvement Act” that would streamline the permitting process for hydropower projects, increase tribal engagement and oversight, expedite low impact projects, promote healthy habitat and coordinate federal decision making, Daines has received an outpouring of support from key stakeholders. “In response to the threat posed by looming relicensing, the hydropower industry, environmental organizations, dam safety advocates, and tribal representatives, have negotiated a holistic licensing reform package that creates common ground to preserve and enhance the existing hydropower fleet while ensuring that environmental concerns are addressed, and the rights of tribal nations are respected. The